Ukrainians paroled after 2014 could gain permanent residency
In committeeH.R. 3104Latest action
Sponsor: William R. Keating · Representative · MA
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Official title: Ukrainian Adjustment Act of 2025
119th Congress
Topics: Immigration
Introduced:
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Ukrainians paroled into the U.S. after Feb. 20, 2014 could apply for a green card at no cost, but must apply within one year of launch.
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What does this do?
This bill would create a streamlined path to permanent residency for certain Ukrainian nationals already temporarily admitted to the United States. Applicants must pass the same security and background checks required of refugees. While an application is pending, the person cannot be deported or considered unlawfully present.
Who does it affect?
Ukrainian nationals who were paroled into the United States after February 20, 2014, along with their qualifying family members, could be eligible. People who do not apply within one year of the program's launch generally lose access to this pathway, with some exceptions.
Why does it matter?
If passed, eligible Ukrainians would have a defined window to pursue permanent legal status or risk losing this option. Those who qualify but miss the deadline would generally need to use other legal pathways to remain in the country.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedApr 30, 2025
- House committeeYou are here · Apr 30, 2025
- House vote
- Senate
- The president's desk
Right now: a House committee is reviewing it. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Referred to the House Committee on the Judiciary.